soumit

Soumit is a masculine given name used in Bengali-speaking regions of India and Bangladesh. It can be presented as an independent name or as a shortened form of longer names such as Soumitra or Soumita. In transliteration from Bengali and related languages, the spelling Soumit is one of several variants, including Soumitro and Soumita, reflecting regional pronunciation and script conventions.

The name’s etymology is not fixed in standard references, but it is part of a broader family of Sanskrit-derived Bengali given names. As with many names in the region, Soumit is commonly chosen for its phonetic appeal rather than a stated meaning, and it may be employed across different communities beyond Bengal.

Notable people with the name Soumit include individuals across various fields, such as arts, education, and public life, though no single figure defines the name. The spelling and usage of Soumit may vary by country, language, and community, with related forms including Soumitra and Soumita.